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Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit)

Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is a sweet, tropical fruit commonly used in fresh fruit salads, smoothies and Latin American, Caribbean and Southeast Asian cuisines; it’s known for its soft orange flesh and edible seeds as well as the digestive enzyme papain found in the fruit. It’s a low‑calorie, hydrating fruit that also contributes vitamin C — about 61.35mg per 100g — along with some folate and copper. Light and easy to digest, Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is a nutritious fresh snack or smoothie ingredient that supports vitamin intake and gentle digestion.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.80€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Papaya.

Calories

43 kcal

2% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.5 g

1% RDI

Fat

0.3 g

0.1g sat fat

Carbs

11 g

4% RDI

Sugar

7.8 g

16% RDI

Fiber

1.7 g

6% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S · 9.6 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

01

Guava (Raw)

Leaner · higher protein density

S+

02

Kiwi (Raw)

Leaner · higher protein density

S+

Recipes featuring Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit)

Top-rated recipes across the kinome library.

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Bún Chả

Bún Chả

4.4
high protein
comfort food
grilling
Nộm Bò Khô

Nộm Bò Khô

low calorie
quick
easy
Som Tum (Papaya Salad)

Som Tum (Papaya Salad)

4.2
low calorie
healthy
nutritious
Gaeng Som (Sour Curry with Fish)

Gaeng Som (Sour Curry with Fish)

low calorie
one pot
low carb

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) healthy?

Yes, Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (1.7g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit)?

Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) gluten free?

Yes, Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit)?

100g of Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) contains 43 kcal, 0.47g protein, 10.8g carbohydrates, 0.26g fat, and 1.7g fiber.

Q.04Is Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) vegan?

Yes, Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is vegan.

Q.06Is Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) lactose free?

Yes, Fresh Papaya (Whole Fruit) is lactose free.

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